This autobiography investigates the trajectory of Lew Grade’s career as he transitioned from a performer to a titan of the British entertainment industry. The author details his rise from a professional Charleston dancer to a prominent theatrical, television, and film producer, providing an insider's view of the mid-20th-century media landscape. Through his personal narrative, Grade explores the business mechanics and creative risks that defined his path to knighthood and peerage.

This memoir serves as a primary source for understanding the development of the British commercial television sector during the 20th century. The text provides a clear, chronological account of Grade's professional life, offering a valuable perspective for those interested in the history of media production.